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Best General Dentists in Sun City West, AZ (2026)

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  1. 1

    Best overall for general dentistry: AZ Dental Care, ranked #1 of 56 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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56 Sun City West clinics list general dentistry and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays and 2 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 general dentistry dentists in Sun City West at a glance

The 56 best general dentistry dentists in Sun City West, ranked

Ordered by service score: the DR Score plus bonuses for a specialist on staff, reviews that mention the service and same-day care where it applies.

Scores below: based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. 73/100

    Ranked #3 for general dentistry in Sun City West on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    When you visit Dental Arts of Surprise, the office of Dr. Don Eberhart, Dr. Dallas Paul and Dr. Ben Darvishan in Surprise, Arizona, your smile is our top priority. Dr. Eberhart, Dr. Paul, Dr. Darvishan and their entire team are dedicated to providing you with the personalized, quality dental care that you deserve. Located at 14815 W. Bell Road, Suite 202 in Surprise we are proud to serve patients from Surprise, Sun City Grand, Sun City Festival, Sun City West, Vistancia,…

    From Dental Arts of Suprise's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. 73/100

    Ranked #5 for general dentistry in Sun City West on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dr. Linda Perkins grew up in Torrance, California with her parents and three sisters. She started in dentistry as a front office manager, and then as a Registered Dental Assistant. She graduated University of California, in Santa Barbara with a Bachelor of Science in 1999, and went on to dental school at Loma Linda University, where she graduated with a Doctor of Dental Surgery in 2004. Dr. Perkins practiced as a dentist in Santa Barbara, California before moving to Arizona…

    From Linda V. Perkins, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. 73/100

    Ranked #10 for general dentistry in Sun City West on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Surprise Dental and Denture is a family-owned practice, owned by the husband and wife team of Dr. Jason Melashenko and Dr. Stephanie Mashni. We want you to feel like family from the moment you walk through our door until you leave. Our calm, inviting office will feel like home. We understand going to the dentist isn't everyone's favorite way to spend an hour, so we go out of our way to make sure each patient has a positive and comfortable experience.

    From Surprise Dental & Denture's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. 73/100

    Ranked #11 for general dentistry in Sun City West on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Our Surprise dental practice is working together to realize a shared vision of uncompromising excellence in dentistry. All our professionals at Surprise Smiles maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in dentistry. We are truly able to meet the dental needs of any member of your family, in an environment where we treat each other as if we are all members of the same family. When you think of quality…

    From Surprise Smiles's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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What is general dentistry?

General dentistry covers routine care: checkups, cleanings, x-rays, fillings and basic treatment of gum disease. A general dentist is usually the first stop for any dental problem and refers patients to specialists when a case needs it.

General dentistry: specialist or general dentist?

General dentists (DDS or DMD) provide this care themselves. There is no specialist for general dentistry; a general dentist may refer you to an endodontist, periodontist, orthodontist or oral surgeon for complex work.

How much does general dentistry cost in Sun City West?

Typical ranges in USD for Sun City West, AZ. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does general dentistry cost in Sun City West?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Checkup exam$60–$170DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arizona—
Exam, cleaning and x-rays$170–$410DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arizona—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full general dentistry cost guide for Sun City West

What to expect from general dentistry

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

General dentistry: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visits1 visit for a checkup; follow-up visits if treatment is needed
Chair timeAbout 30–60 minutes for an exam and cleaning
RecoveryNone for a routine checkup
When to see a specialistWhen your dentist finds a problem outside routine care, such as a complex root canal, advanced gum disease or bite problems

How we ranked Sun City West general dentistry dentists

We scored 56 Sun City West clinics offering general dentistry on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 6 were excluded (6 duplicate listings). Google ratings are not yet collected, so each score is renormalised over the factors we measured. Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured clinics are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Sun City West data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Access15%Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patientsMeasured
Services10%Services offered out of 17Measured
Profile completeness5%Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photosMeasured

General dentistry in Sun City West: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general dentistry dentist in Sun City West?

AZ Dental Care ranks #1 of 56 Sun City West clinics offering general dentistry by DentistsRanked service score. Balgowlah Dental clinic ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does general dentistry cost in Sun City West, AZ?

General dentistry in Sun City West typically costs $105–$315 USD. By type: checkup exam $60–$170; exam, cleaning and x-rays $170–$410. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Arizona. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is general dentistry covered by insurance or Medicaid in Arizona?

Most dental insurance plans cover preventive checkups and cleanings, often twice a year, with little or no cost share. Medicaid covers dental care for children in every state; adult dental benefits vary by state. Confirm your benefits before booking.

Does a dental checkup hurt?

A routine checkup is usually not painful. Most patients feel only mild pressure or scraping during the cleaning. People with sensitive teeth or gum inflammation may feel some discomfort, and dentists can often use numbing gel or adjust their technique if you tell them.

Which Sun City West general dentistry dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 56 Sun City West clinics offering general dentistry lists Saturday hours, including Geneva Dental & Denture Implant Center. Hours come from each clinic's listing; check with the clinic before you go, since holiday and summer hours can change.

How many dentists offer general dentistry in Sun City West?

56 Sun City West clinics list general dentistry in our data. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Sun City West

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 58 clinics.
  2. : 6 duplicate listings merged.